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SPORT HANG GLIDER Stealth KPL 2MANUAL Size: _________ Manufactured by: AEROS Ltd. 32-B Obolonskiy pr. Kyiv 254205 UKRAINE Tel: (380 44) 411 14 07 Fax: (380 44) 411 14 07 E-mail: [email protected] Date of production: ____________________ Serial number: ____________________

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SPORT HANG GLIDER

“Stealth KPL 2”

MANUALSize: _________

Manufactured by:

AEROS Ltd.32-B Obolonskiy pr.Kyiv 254205UKRAINE

Tel: (380 44) 411 14 07Fax: (380 44) 411 14 07E-mail: [email protected]

Date of production: ____________________Serial number: ____________________

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T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Section 1. General information.................................................................................. 2

1.1. Introduction............................................................................................... 2

1.2. Main data.................................................................................................. 2

1.3. Operation limitations................................................................................. 2

1.4. Flying tests................................................................................................. 2

Section 2. Set up procedure........................................................................................ 3

2.1. Set up procedure from the 6 meters long package.................................... 3

2.2. Preflight inspection of the glider............................................................... 7

2.3. Laying the glider flat............................................................................... 10

Section 3. Performance and flight characteristics....................................................... 10

3.1. Take off...................................................................................................... 10

3.2. Flying......................................................................................................... 10

3.3. Speeds to fly................................................................................................ 10

3.4. Turning...................................................................................................... 11

3.5. Variation of the nose angle........................................................................ 11

3.6. Landing...................................................................................................... 11

Section 4. Breakdown................................................................................................. 12

4.1. Breakdown into the 6 metres long package.............................................. 12

4.2. Breakdown into the 4 metres long package.............................................. 14

Section 5. Maintenance.............................................................................................. 15

5.1. Tuning........................................................................................................ 15

5.2. Periodical maintenance inspection............................................................ 16

5.3. Maintenance.............................................................................................. 16

Section 6. List of Repaire Parts.................................................................................. 19

Section 7. Schematics.................................................................................................. 22

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Section 1. GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1. Introduction

The Stealth KPL 2 hang glider is an advanced product of Aeros Ltd. It is aimed at improvementof the modern competitive glider with very high performance combined with maximum safety andcomfort.

Please read and be sure you thoroughly understand this manual before flying your Stealth KPL 2.Be sure you are thoroughly familiar with the set up, break down, preflight and maintenanceprocedure as described in this manual.

In case of any doubts or questions contact your local dealers or Aeros.

1.2. Main data

The Stealth KPL 2 is a high-performance hang glider designed for foot-launching, soaring andcross-country flight.

Table 1.2.

Stealth 14 KPL 2 Stealth 13 KPL 2Sail area, sq.m. (sq. ft.) 14,0 (151) 13,2 (142)Wing span, m (ft.) 10,45 (34.5) 9,9 (32.7)Aspect ratio 7,8 7,65Nose angle, ° 128 – 130 128-130Pilot clip weight optim, kg (lb) 80 (176) 70 (154)Weight (without bags), kg (lb) 35,5 (78) 33,5 (74)Breakdown length, m (ft.) 4,1 / 5,9 (13.4 / 19.3) 3,9 / 5,8 (12.8 / 19)Min sink rate, m/sec (ft/min) 0,9 (172) 0,9 (172)Max glide ratio 14 14

1.3. Operation limitationsTable 1.3.

Stealth 14 KPL 2 Stealth 13 KPL 2Tested load + 6 / - 3 G + 6 / - 3 GWind speed max, m/sec (mph) 12 (27) 12 (27)Permissible range of temperature, °C (F) -15 / +40 (0 / +112) -15 / +40 (0 / +112)Minimum airspeed, km/h (mph) 29-31 (17-18) 29-31 (17-18)Maximum airspeed, km/h (mph) 110 (68) 110 (68)Minimum clip pilot weight, kg (lb) 75 (165) 65 (132)Maximum clip pilot weight, kg (lb) 105 (235) 90 (198)

After structural, aerodynamic and flight tests, the Stealth KPL 2 has been shown to comply withBHPA requirements (BHPA certificates No. for Stealth KPL 2).

ATTENTION ! We do not recommend to use Stealth KPL 2 for motorized and aerobatic flights.

Stealth requires recommended pilot proficiency not less than pilot rating +40 hours or equivalent Safe Pro rating.

We inform you that manufacturer and __________________can in no way be responsible for safety of your flight incase of exceeding operation limitations stated above in present manual.

1.4. Flying tests

Your Hang Glider Stealth KPL 2 (serial No _____ ) was tested_______________________“Hang glider is airworthy according to present manual”.

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Test pilot______________________________/__________________________/

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Section 2. SET UP PROCEDURE

This manual describes methods, which are distinctive to the Stealth KPL 2. Procedures, typical forall gliders are described in less detail.The set up procedure should be carried out on a clean, non abrasive surface.

ATTENTION: After each set up procedure you must do a preflight inspection of the glider.

2.1. Set up procedure from the 4 meters long package

2.1.1. With the glider in the bag (4 metres long) lay the glider on the ground.

2.1.2. Unzip the zipper. Undo the velcro straps. Remove the batten bags, the speedbar, the aftleading edge tubes (N3) and wing tips from the bag.

2.1.3. Unfold the sail along the leading edge. Attach the aft leading edge tubes (N3) to the forwardleading edge tubes (N2) according to the marking (L-left, R-right, marks must be on the top).

2.1.4. While installing the leading edge tubes into the sail, place the washout tips facing forwardtoward the nose of the wing and along the leading edge tubes (Fig.1). Note: put washout tipsoutside the sail, through zipper holes. Tighten the sail along the leading edge and put the sail mountwebbing into the slot in the end cap.

Fig. 1

2.1.5. Install the dive sticks to the corresponding places on the LE-tube/X-beem junctions. Attachthe dive sticks using pins and safety rings (Fig. 2). The dive sticks must be outside of the bottomsurface.

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Fig. 2

2.2. Set up procedure from the 6 meters long package

2.2.1. Remove the speedbar from the bag, spread the uprights. Install the speedbar so that off-set ofthe speedbar is directed forward in the direction of flight. Attach the speeedbar using the quick-pins. Pass the VG-rope through the cleat, make a knot on the end of the rope (Fig. 3).

Fig. 3

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2.2.2. Set the glider on the control bar, spread the leading edges so that sail is a little sagged and theglider is resting on the wing tips and on the keel tube (Fig. 4). The keel battens must be rested onthe keel tube.

Fig. 4

2.2.3. Install the small mast on the LE-tubes/X-beam junction to it’s proper place. Dive sitcks mustbe outside of sail. (Fig. 5).Remove the battens from the bags and insert battens No.2 - 6 into corresponding batten pockets(don’t remove the bags from the wing tips). (Fig. 6). Secure each top batten by the batten cord.

Fig. 5

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2.2.4. The hang point spreader bar turn perpendicular to the keel tube.

Fig. 6

2.2.5. Attach the shackle of the cross-beam tensioning wires to the hook which is placed on the keeltube (Fig. 7). Check that cross-beam wires and VG ropes are not twisted.

Fig. 7

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2.2.6. Remove the bags from the wings tips, install the remainder of the battens and the washoutstruts. Place washout struts inside wing surfaces and zip the zipper.

2.2.7. Secure the ring of the bottom front wires on the hook on the nose junction.

2.2.8. Put dive sticks inside the double surface in it’s proper place and fasten them with velcros. Zipthe zipper. Note: This is most easily performed with the VG tight.

2.2.9. Install the bottom surface battens. Secure into pocket by placing folded portion of aft end ofthe batten pocket over the aft tip of batten. Make sure that the rope loops are outside of battenpocket.

2.2.10. Do a complete preflight inspection of the glider (see Section 2.3 “Preflight inspection of theglider”).

2.2. Preflight inspection of the glider

2.2.1. To do a complete preflight inspection of the glider, check all parts and all assemblies of theglider. Beginning at the nose go around the glider, check all details of the construction. Finish theinspection by checking the keel tube and control frame.Take your time and inspect entire glider!

2.2.2. Check the nose junction. The wires must be secured. The keel battens must be resting on thekeel tube (Fig. 8). Put the nose cone on the sail.

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Fig. 82.2.3. Check that the leading edge mylars inserts have no bends.

2.2.4. Look through the open bottom surface pockets near the X-beam/LE junction and check thatthis junction is assembled properly and safely secured with the nut and the safety ring (Fig. 9). Zipthe zipper near the X-beam/LE junction closed.

Fig. 9

2.2.5. Look into the sail at each wing tip. Tip battens must be rested on the batten stop. The washouttip must be installed. Check for any evidence of dents, deep scratches, cracks or bends in the LEtubes. Be sure that the sail mount webbing is safely and correctly secured in the end cap slot (Fig.10). Check for symmetric tension of the sail.

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Fig. 10

2.2.6. Attach plastic wingtips. Put front part of wingtip under sail leading edge on the front part oftube. Put wingtip tightly to inside sail, fix it by velcro.

2.2.7. Check the trailing edge for any cuts, tears or broken stitching. Check that the battens areproperly held in place.

2.2.8. Check the rear wires/keel tube junction. Assembly must be connected with the pin and thesafety ring (Fig. 11).

Fig. 11

2.2.9. Check that X-bar tensioning wire is secured on the hook on the keel tube. Check the properalignment of the VG ropes - they must not be twisted.

2.2.10. Check the following items through the main undersurface zipper: - X-beam wire/X-beam junction; - VG blocks/X-beam junction.The X-beam wire and VG ropes must not be twisted (Fig. 12). Check the ropes for wear, especiallynear the rollers. Zip the zipper of the bottom surface closed.

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Fig. 12

2.2.11. Check the main and safety hang loops for wear or broken stitching.

2.2.12. Check the wire thimble fittings on the control bar corners. Be sure that the bottom wires aresafely secured. The uprights and speedbar must not have traces of deformation.Do not fly with bent uprights !

2.2.13. Check that off-set of the speedbar is directed forward in the direction of the flight. Quickpins must be covered with caps.

2.2.14. Check that the VG is not too hard to pull on and the cross-beam is actuated smoothly.

2.3. Laying the glder flat

Once you have the glider set up, you can lay it flat on the ground. (This may not be possible with allmodels.)

2.3.1. Remove the nose cone from the nose junction. Remove the ring of the bottom front wiresfrom the nose hook. Lay the glider nose into the wind.

Section 3. PERFORMANCE AND FLIGHT CHARACTERISTICS

Lift the glider up if it is laid on the ground. To do this you must perform the procedure reverse tothat described in the points of Section 2.3. (Laying the glider flat).

Check and adjust your harness. We strongly recommend that you hang as low as possible (as closeto the basetube) for maximum ease of roll control. Be sure that no part of the harness touches withthe speedbar while pilot moves over all the range of motion.

3.1. Take off

Make sure you are hooked in and check your position hanging in the control bar.

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If the wind is more than 8m/s (18 mph) or is gusty, you should have at least one wire assisstant, onthe nose wires.

When you hold the glider prior to your take off run, you should have the nose slightly elevated andwings level.The glider takes off easily in zero winds as well as with strong winds and does not require anyspecial methods of handling. Do not pull in excessively after take off.

3.2. Flying

At first, the handling of the Stealth KPL 2 may seem to be different from some other gliders. TheStealth KPL 2 handles easily at any speed. It is normal for the control bar to trim farther out thansome other glidersMake your first flights on the Stealth KPL 2 in smooth flying conditions.After you initiate a turn, easing the bar out will make the turn more efficient. The Stealth KPL 2 isstable in multiple 360 degree turns at shallow bank angles in both directions and has no tendency tosideslip.

3.3. Speeds to fly

The range of trim speed of Stealth KPL 2 with VG off is 38 - 40 km/h (22 - 25 mph). The speedbarposition in front of the pilot’s face corresponds to this range.The range of stall speed of Stealth KPL 2 is 29 - 31 km/h (17 - 18 mph). The glider is stable in thebeginnings of a stall. While pushing out on the bar, the bar pressure is progressive.Stealth KPL 2 speeds up to 90 - 100 km/h (56 - 62 mph) easily being essentially roll neutral, withlittle tendency to yaw . The bar pressure is mild, but progressive and consistent.With the VG on the range of trim speed of Stealth KPL 2 is 40 - 44 km/h (25 - 27 mph). Thespeedbar position opposite the pilot’s chest corresponds to this range. The pitch bar pressuredecreases with the VG on. The glider’s handling is stiffer with VG on, but within permitted limits.

3.4. Turning

Stealth KPL 2 handles easily, the control efforts in pitch are small. Efficient turns require pilot toease the bar out. The speedbar position in front of the pilot’s face corresponds to the establishedmultiple 360 degree turns at shallow bank angles.Stealth KPL 2 speeds up very easily. Avoid radical maneuvering near the slope until you arethoroughly familiar with the glider’s response characteristics.

3.5. Variation of the nose angle (utilization of the VG)

Take off should be performed with the VG off.To put the VG on take the VG rope with your right hand and move it along the speedbar. It needs tobe done several times to put the VG on all the way. At the end of each pull, check that the rope issecured in the clamcleat on the speedbar.To take the VG off, pull the rope up and away from the clamcleat and the X-beam will go back toits initial position.Landing can be performed with both VG on and VG off. Remember that the glider with the VG onhas the higher landing speed than it does with the VG off.

3.6. Landing

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As the Stealth KPL 2 is a high performance wing, you should attempt to land into the wind andavoid going downhill.Stealth KPL 2 requires that the pilot fly intently during landing.Keep the wings level, and the airspeed up slightly and fly the glider down until the altitude is 0,5 -0,8 m (2-3 ft.) from the ground to the speedbar. At this altitude decrease descent rate by pushingslightly on the control bar. When you feel the glider unresponsive to the bar displacement quicklyease the bar out all the way before your feet touch the ground. With a good sharp final thrust, thesudden increase in drag will slow the glider very suddenly and you will land softly.Do not ease the bar out with extra speed! It leads to an abrupt climb out which requires extraattention to hold nose up to “parachute” to the ground.

We wish you many happy landings!

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Section 4. BREAKDOWN

4.1. Breakdown into the 6 metres long package

4.1.1. Take the VG off and detach the plastic wingtips.

4.1.2. Pull out the washout struts and place them along the leading edge out of the sail in directon ofthe tips. Remove the battens from the outboard section of the sail. Put the outboard wing tip bags on(Fig. 13).

Fig. 13

4.1.3. Prepare for removal of the dive sticks by first unzipping the sail and removing strut frominner surface (Fig. 14).

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Fig. 14

4.1.4. Detach the shackle of the crosss-beam tensioning wires from the hook.

4.1.5. Pull the nose cone off and detach the ring of bottom front wires from the hook.

4.1.6. Unzip the bottom surface, put out the hangpoint spreader bar from the tower on the keel tubeand orientate the paddings sewed on the sail so that they protect the hardware fittings of theuprights from the contact with sail (Fig. 15). Zip the zipper.

Fig. 15

4.1.6. Pull in the wings slightly and remove all battens except the top battens No.1. Remove onlythe batten cords from these battens. Put the battens into the bags.Do not forget to remove the undersurface battens from the sail !

4.1.7. Pull the wings in parrallel to the keel tube. Take care that the shackle of the cross-beamtensioning wires don’t get caught where it enters the sail ! Pull out small masts on the LE-tube/X-beam junction. Spread the sail so that both the top and bottom surfaces of the sail are

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equally taught, roll the sail up to the dive sticks and place it along the leading edge. Secure the sailat dive stick with the velcro ties. Continue rolling the sail up to the wing tip bags and secure thewing with more velcro straps (Fig. 16).

Fig. 16

4.1.8. Cover the rear keel tube/wires junction by a protective bag. Place the bags with battens on thenose section along the keel, put the nose cone under the velcro strap that is nearest to the nosetighten tape (Fig. 16). Fit the bag over the glider (from the upper side).

4.1.9. Lay the glider in the bag on the ground. Place hang loop spreader bar along the keel tubebetween the uprights. Bring all wires forward along tubes and place uprights inside the folded sail.Detach the speedbar from the uprights and place it between the leading edges in the bag provided.

4.1.10. Cover the upright junctions in the low control bar corners by the protective bag and placethem along the keel tube. Straighten the bottom wires and the spacer between the uprights. Zip thezipper on the bag.The glider is ready for transportation.

4.2. Breakdown into the package 4 metres long

4.2.1. Perform the procedures as described in the points 4.1.1. - 4.1.10., except the last procedure.

4.2.2. Remove the sail mount webbing from the leading edges end caps. Press the spring lock pinsthrough the sail and remove the tubes No.3 from the sail.

4.2.3. Place the leading edge of one sail over the other one, fold the sail to the nose and fix it withthe velcro strap to the bag.

4.2.4. Place the detached leading edges into the bag and zip the bag.

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Section 5. MAINTENANCE

5.1. Tuning

Properly tuned, the glider is comfortable, well controllable and safe in all permissible flight modes.Stealth KPL 2 has several adjusting points can be used for essential changes of performances.ONLY ADJUST ONE THING AT A TIME !

5.1.1. Hang point

The range of trim speed of Stealth KPL 2 is 38 - 40 km/h (23 - 25 mph). The speedbar position infront of the pilot’s face corresponds to this range.If the control bar wants to go forward - the trim speed is too low. Move the hangpoint tower to thenext forward hole on the keel tube.If the control bar goes backward, the sink rate increases and the handling becomes more heavy - thetrim speed is too high. Move the hangpoint tower to the next backward hole on the keel tube.Do not miss the holes in the keel tube during hang point position adjustment !Pilot’s weight has an effect on trim speed. If the trim speed is got for a pilot of 80 Kg, a pilot of 60Kg has to move the kingpost to the next backward hole to keep this trim speed.

5.1.2. Console cap alignment

If the glder flys assymetrically, change the angles of the console caps. To do this remove self-tapping screws and turn the console caps in opposite directions. To cure a left roll, turn the rightplug to increase wing geometric twist. To cure a right roll, turn the left plug to increase winggeometric twist (Fig. 17, 17A). Fix the cap in the chosen position using the screws.

Fig. 17

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Fig. 17A

5.2. Periodical maintenance inspection

Your glider should have a periodical maintenance inspection:- prior to beginning its operation;- any time you suffer a hard landing to find a possible deformation of the frame;- every year or 50 hours of airtime whichever comes sooner.

5.2.1. Inspection of the frame

Inspect all tubing for any residual deformations, dents, signs of corrosion or cracking, especiallyaround bolt holes and sleeve ends. Inspect all wires for broken strands, kinks, corrosion etc.Especially take care about the bottom side wire which is the most loaded in the glider construction!Change wires every 100 hours or every year whichever comes sooner.Whenever replacing nuts and bolts be careful not to overtightenon replacement as this may damagetubes and wires. Where nyloc type nuts are used be sure at least a minimum of two threads arevisible.

5.2.2. Inspect the main and safety hang loops for wear and replace it is any wear is indicated

5.2.3. Inspect the sail

Inspect the sail carefully for tears and broken stitching, especially along the trailing edge, the sailmount webbing attachment point at the wing tips and the keel section stitches. Have any discovereddefects repaired. Contact manufacturer or ___________________ if the sail is not intact, and youwill get professional repairs.

5.2.4. Inspection of the battens

Compare batten profiles with the template.The template must be placed on a flat surface. True thebattens to the template. If you have no template at the moment, check the symetry of the left-wingand right-wing battens.Have any discovered defects replased.

5.3. Maintenance

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You should continually maintain your glider in a proper state of tune to insure optimumperformance and flight characteristics for a long time.

We recommend that you do not expose your glider to any more solar radiation than necessary.

Do not leave your glider on the control bar for a long time when the wind is strong. It will decreasethe life of your sail. Keep the glider under your care.

Do not fold a wet sail. In case of necessity you should unfold the sail and dry it thoroughly as soonas possible.

Your sail should never be washed in anything other that fresh water without any soap or detergent.

If you set up or break down your glider take care not to allow sand, soil and dirt to enter your sail,batten pockets or tubes.

Keep the telescopic connectors thoroughly clean as their dirtying will make the set up or breakdown diffiucult or impossible.

HAPPY FLYING !

5.4. Sail height measurement of KPL 2 wings.

The following procedure is to enable a check of hang gliders’ sail reflex:

5.4.1. Rig wing on level ground ready for flight.

5.4.2. Lift glider on vertical support (height is about 1,5 m) which support wing in three points: in aplace of connection of leading edge and cross beam and also in a place behind of connection of rearbottom cables to a keel tube.

5.4.3. Run 10 lbs fishing line from each pair of batten ends number 6, 7, 9 for KPL 14 and number5, 6, 8 for KPL 13. Pull it tight.

5.4.4. Measure and record distances between the lines and the top of keel tube. Make two mesuares:when VG is on and off. When VG on you must take out rear part of keel tube and makemeasurements concerning a top level of keel tube (you can use long rule which is necessary denselyto put on top keel tube).

5.4.5. Ensure the line runs cleanly from the center of butten. See fig. A.

5.4.6. If recorded distances are less than those of the table AA the wing should not be flown untilre-adjusted as follows. To fly a wing with incorrect heights of sail should result in a fatal accident.

5.4.7. If you'd like to get in a correct range of the sail heights you should open the bottom surface ina place of LE/X-beam connection and remove washout struts, to make 1-2 rotations of a conical tipcounter-clockwise. After this return the struts on a place and fix this connection. Measure a new sailheights and if necessary make the same adjustment again.In this way you can correct assymetrical fly at VG on position.

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Table AAPermissible range of sail heights above the top level of keel tube

Batten AEROS STEALTH 13 KPL 2 Batten AEROS STEALTH 14 KPL 2

VG off (mm) VG on (mm) VG off (mm) VG on (mm)5 – 5 70 / 90 mm - 5 / 15 mm 6 - 6 80 / 100 mm - 30 / - 10 mm6 – 6 90 / 110 mm 0 / 20 mm 7 - 7 100 / 120 mm - 25 / - 5 mm8 - 8 95 / 115 mm - 5 / 15 mm 9 - 9 90 / 110 mm - 35 / - 15 mm

Fig. A

MAINTENANCE LOG

Batten # N - N Fish line

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TABLE OF CHANGE AND ADDITION

DATE WORK DONE BY WHOM

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Section 6. LIST OF REPAIR PARTS

For Stealth 14 KPL 2 For Stealth 13 KPL 2 Parts

KPL2.1000 K13.1000 Complete sailKPL2.1000M K13.1000M Complete Matryx (PX10T) sailKPL2.0100 K13.0100 SailKPL2.0100M K13.0100M Matryx sailKPL2.0101 K13.0101 Nose coneKPL2.0101M K13.0101M Nose cone from MatryxKPL2.0110 K13.0110 Mylar (L+R)

KPL2.2000 K13.2000 All battensKPL2.2000S K13.2000S All battens with spring tipKPL2.2100 K13.2100 Right battens or left battensKPL2.0201 (S) K13.0201 (S) ��������� (S – spring tip)KPL2.0202 (S) K13.0202 (S) ��������

KPL2.0203 (S) K13.0203 (S) ��������

KPL2.0204 (S) K13.0204 (S) ���������

KPL2.0205 (S) K13.0205 (S) ���������

KPL2.0206 (S) K13.0206 (S) ��������

KPL2.0207 (S) K13.0207 (S) ���������

KPL2.0208 (S) K13.0208 (S) ���������

KPL2.0209 (S) K13.0209 (S) ���������

KPL2.0210 (S) ---------------- ����������

KPL2.0211 (S) K13.0211 (S) Tip battenKPL2.0220 K13.0220 Keel battenSth.0231 Sth.0231 Shovel of battensSth.0232 Sth.0232 Shovel of keel battensSth.0233 Sth.0233 Fork of top battens d=10 mmSth.0234 Sth.0234 Fork of battens d=12 mmKPL2.0251 K13.0251 ����������������

KPL2.0252 K13.0252 ���������������

KPL2.0253 K13.0253 ���������������

KPL2.0254 K13.0254 Bottom cross batten

KPL2.0300 K13.0300 Leading edge tubeKPL2.0310 K13.0310 ��������������������

KPL2.0320 K13.0320 �������������������

KPL2.0330 K13.0330 �������������������

Sth.0342M Sth.0342M Tip batten metall stop detailSth.0343 Sth.0343 Console capKPL2.0344 KPL2.0344 Washout tip strutKPL2.0344R K13.0344R Washout tip strut with regulationKPL2.0335 K13.0335 Washout struts system

KPL2.3500AL K13.3500AL Complete crossbeam from aluminiumKPL2.3500CAR KPL13.3500CAR Complete crossbeam from carbon

KPL2.3400p K13.3400p Complete keel tube (painted)KPL2.0400p K13.0400p ������������������������������ ������!

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KPL2.3401p K13.3401p Keel tube N 1 with details (painted)KPL2.3402p K13.3402p Keel tube N2 (painted)KPL2.0415 KPL2.0415 Top nose plateKPL2.0415B KPL2.0415B Bottom nose plateSth.0418 Sth.0418 Plug for 42x1KPL2.0425 KPL2.0425 Hang bar towerSth.0426 Sth.0426 Shock cord L=1500 mmSth.0431W Sth.0431W Keel tube's hookKPL2.0460 KPL2.0460 Hang strapKPL2.66 KPL2.66 Shakle with screw

Sth.0500W Sth.0500W Complete uprightsSth.0501W Sth.0501W Uprights aerofoil tube L=1620 mmSth.0502W Sth.0502W Upper detail - rightSth.0503W Sth.0503W Upper detail - leftSth.0504 Sth.0504 Upright bottom inner tube - rightSth.0505 Sth.0505 Upright bottom inner tube - leftSth.0506W Sth.0506W Control-bar cornerSth.0507 Sth.0507 Faired top capSth.0508 Sth.0508 Faired bottom capSth.0509 Sth.0509 Clevis pin 6-30Sth.0510 Sth.0510 Bolt 6-43Sth.0511 Sth.0511 Counter nut M6Sth.0512 Sth.0512 ScrewSth.0513 Sth.0513 Roller

KPL2.0550 KPL2.0550 Complete speedbarKPL2.0550CAR KPL2.0550CAR Complete speedbar from carbonSth.0553 Sth.0553 ClamcleatSth.0553CAM Sth.0553CAM Cam clamcleatSth.0554 Sth.0554 Rubber grip L=280 mmKPL2.0560 KPL2.0560 VG rope systemKPL2.0561 KPL2.0561 Rope L=2450 mmKPL2.0562 KPL2.0562 Rope L=2600 mmKPL2.0573 KPL2.0573 Rop���"�##��"����##Sth.0563 Sth.0563 Single turning blockSth.0564 Sth.0564 Double blockSth.0565 Sth.0565 Single blockSth.0566 Sth.0566 Small clevis pin d=3 mmSth.0580 Sth.0580 on/off X-bar strapSth.0581 Sth.0581 StapleSth.0582 Sth.0582 Bolt 6-30Sth.0583 Sth.0583 Tape

KPL2.6000 K13.6000 All wires (non-corrosive)KPL2.0600 K13.0600 Crossbar sweep wireKPL2.0610 K13.0610 Bottom side wireKPL2.0620 K13.0620 Bottom front wiresKPL2.0630 K13.0630 Bottom rear wires

KPL2.0002 KPL2.0002 Bolt M8 (keel + control bar)Sth.0007 Sth.0007 Custle nut M8Sth.0009 Sth.0009 Selffixed nut M6

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Sth.0010 Sth.0010 Nut M6Sth.0017 Sth.0017 Safety ringSth.0018 Sth.0018 Small safety ringSth.0025 Sth.0025 Plastic washer 7-mm thickSth.0026 Sth.0026 Standoff ( 2 )Sth.0027 Sth.0027 StandoffSth.0028 Sth.0028 Metal washer 12-6-1Sth.0029 Sth.0029 Metal washer 16-8-1Sth.0040 Sth.0040 Button spring ( 2 )Sth.0050 Sth.0050 Self-tapping flush screw 4-10Sth.0051 Sth.0051 Self-tapping screw 4-10Sth.0052 Sth.0052 Self-tapping screw 5-10Sth.0060 Sth.0060 Rivet 4-6 AlSth.0061 Sth.0061 Rivet 4-10 AlSth.0062 Sth.0062 Rivet 3-6 AlSth.11 Sth.11 Bolt 6-77 (LE + keel)Sth.71 Sth.71 Clevis pin L=55 mm (LE2 + LE3)Sth.81 Sth.81 Bolt Quick PinKPL.015 KPL.015 LE connection plateKPL.61 KPL.61 Bolt M8 L=32 mm (LE + X-beem)KPL2.0012 KPL2.0012 Clevis pin L=32 mm (HGP bar)KPL2.20 KPL2.20 Hangpoint barKPL2.31 KPL2.31 Clevis pin L=53 mm (rear wires)KPL2.66 KPL2.66 Shakle with screw

KPL2.7000 K13.7000 All bags and packing setSth.0710 K13.0710 6-metres bagSth.0730 Sth.0730 Battens bagSth.0740 Sth.0740 Protective bag for bottom of uprightsSth.0745 Sth.0745 Uprights top bagStd.0750 Std.0750 Protective paddingSth.0755 Sth.0755 Wing tips bagSth.0756 Sth.0756 Plastic wingtips bagSth.0760 Sth.0760 Tighten tapeSth.0775 Sth.0775 End keel bagSth.0790 Sth.0790 Rear keel junction bagSth.0795 Sth.0795 Spidbar bagSth.0796 Sth.0796 Protective cover for X-bar strapKPL2.0797 KPL2.0797 Protective cover for shakleKPL2.0798 KPL2.0798 Protective cover for struts junction

KPL2.0800 K13.0800 Battens templateKPL2.0810 KPL2.0810 ManualSth.0850 Sth.0850 Aerofoil wingtips (L + R)Sth.0850CAR Sth.0850CAR Aerofoil wingtips from carbon (L + R)

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THE FRAME

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NOSE JUNCTION

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HANG POINT SYSTEM

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REAR KEEL LINE

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CROSS BEAM JUNCTION

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STRUT SYSTEM

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COMPLETE RIGHT UPRIGHT

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COMPLETE LEFT UPRIGHT

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VG - ROPE SYSTEM